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The easy way to make a ‘Fractured’ card! Video tutorial & free project sheet!

You may have seen these cards online lately; they're quite popular.  It looked s bit intimidating to me; I thought I'd have to do a lot of measuring to get the pieces to fit exactly.  

Well my team member Karen shared how to make them at our August Team meeting and I was surprised to learn it's quite easy peasy!  So I had to share the fractured card on a recent Live video so YOU could see how fun & quick it is.

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I chose to use the Hello, Irresistible designer paper and the Irresistible Blooms stamp set; both Online Exclusives. See all of our products available online here.  There are so many they have their own category!  

This card starts out with a full 4" X 5 1/4" layer of designer paper.  The center squares and strips are added on directly over the designer paper!  No measuring needed!!  

**Get the free project sheet here Download Irresistible Blooms Fractured card

This pretty designer paper is in low inventory.  Do you have it yet?  It's just beautiful!

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My center squares are approximately 2" in size and are from the Stylish Shapes dies – the middle die of the 5 square dies. I chose to add a 2 1/4" layer under my square.  

Tip: Once you adhere your square to the upper center (eyeballing, no measuring needed) you will start adding your 1/4" X 5" strips of card stock.  You start at the upper center.  Leave the excess strips hanging off the card until you're done; then just trim off.  *watch the video below to see my helpful tips for success. 

Here are both cards I shared in the video; one in Pretty Peacock and the other in Petal Pink. 

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Which do you prefer?  One is soft and pretty and the other is vibrant. I like the 1/4" strips to match the card base; I feel it gives a greater sense of continuity.  

I kept these cards quite simple but you could certainly add more to it.  

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Click here or on the photo below to watch the video.  I believe it will give you the confidence to try it.  

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The more you order the more cards you get!

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*cards are previous card kits to go; over the top and many fun folds.  

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• NEW In Color Special Offer! Opt in by May 5th to get FREE markers!

  April 27, 2021

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  This year's In Colors are absolutely amazing and my favorite for many years!  Look at these pretty cards: 

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  These were made with the new Flowers of Friendship stamp set and Color & Contours & Meadow dies. I used the new In Color blends markers to color them in and the incredible new ribbons as well. 

  My New Catalog open house event is next week Tuesday, May 4th from 3-6 pm. 

  Each year I offer my local gals a special deal on the new In Colors.  I put together a big bundle of products and with purchase, they get the 5 colors of Stampin' Write markers FREE!  Now I offer it to everyone; local or long distance!  And if you'd rather choose two pair of Blends markers instead that works too. 

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  Here's how it works:

  Purchase the bundle of products listed below and choose which markers you'd like free: 5 FREE Stampin' Write Markers or 2 colors of Blend combos.  *Save up to $22.00!  

  Bundle includes:

  • 5 In Color Classic ink pads
  • 5 In Color ink refills
  • 1 pkg. assorted 8 1/2" X 11" In Color card stock
  • 10 sheets In Color Designer Paper (6 X 6")
  • 10 6 X 6” sheets In Color shimmer vellum (6 X 6")
  • 1 pkg. In Color rhinestone jewels

  It costs $75 ($88.70 with tax and shipping local pick-up).  *Long distance is $88.70 plus Priority Shipping.  *email me at lagreff60@gmail.com or call or message me for payment information (PayPal or use a credit or debit card) 

  Those who purchase this bundle are eligible to add on either Ribbon or Blends with FREE shipping! 

  • Add on (5 yards of each color) ribbon for $18 (Free tax & shipping)
  • Add on 5 Blends Combo packs $45 (Free tax and shipping) 

  *If there are back-orders I may hold the package until all products are in. (As of now, Blends markers could arrive late; mid May)  

  **This offer ends May 5th at midnight!!

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  April Specials!

  Click here for the Annual Catalog Retiring List; many discounted items while supplies last! 

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  Get a free multipurpose glue stand with an online order over $60 using the host code above. You'll receive a color of my choice unless you let me know your preference. *if you'd rather have gems; let me know.

  *If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive a gift! 

  You can also order them in my Shop here. 

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• Team Swap cards featuring sponging techniques!

  April 26, 2021

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  Our latest Flowerbug Team swap featured sponging techniques and they knocked it out of the park!  Look at these: 

  The first card was made by Deloris. She used the Celebrate Sunflowers bundle.  These items are carrying over to the next catalog but they will no longer be a bundle at 10% off.  You can see it here. 

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  Her colors are Bermuda Bay, Daffodil Delight and White. I absolutely LOVE the unique colors she used here and isn't her sponging amazing!?  That stitched rectangle of vellum adds the perfect, soft background for the beautiful flower.  

  Next is a fabulous card made by Candace using A Good Man stamp set.  

  Her colors are Crumb Cake, Night of Navy & Pool Party.  

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  She sponged the edges of her stamped pieces and rubbed the Crumb Cake ink pad directly on the Painted Textures embossing folder before running it through the Cut & Emboss Machine.  *See that folder here. 

  That stitched tag is one of our new dies coming in the 2021 Annual Catalog.  It's called 'Tailor Made Tags'. the greeting is from the Inspired Thoughts stamp set; also new! She colored the image in with Blends markers. 

  Stop in again tomorrow for more cards featuring sponging techniques!

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  April Specials!

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  *If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive a gift! 

  You can also order them in my Shop here. 

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• Limited Quantity of Mix & Match Box & Cards; a perfect gift!

  April 23, 2021

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  I have created many versions of this box & cards because I love it so much!  This first one features the True Love designer paper: 

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  It's a perfect gift for anyone as they can mix and match the sentiments in the box to the occasion they need.  They'll remove the dimensional backing and add the tag to the card.

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  You can choose between this kit to go here or the PDF Tutorial here.  The kit includes all pre-cut supplies needed to make this project; Designer Paper patterns may vary.  
  

  There's a second option featuring the Paper Blooms designer paper.  The Tutorial includes directions and photos for both plus extras from the past few years.  Click here to get this kit. 

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  **You'll receive the PDF tutorial immediately upon payment via email.

  The kit includes the following:

  • Box supplies; cut & scored
  • 5-6 pre-cut cards
  • Tags; punched and ready for stamping
  • Designer paper, die-cuts and ribbon to decorate your box (DSP patterns may vary from photo)

  It does not include Dimensionals, stamping, sponges, markers, embellishments or adhesives.  

  I used the Many Mates stamp set but any greeting set will work.  You'll need Night of Navy or Black ink depending on which kit you choose.  

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  April Specials!

  Click here for the Annual Catalog Retiring List; many discounted items while supplies last! 

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  Current Host code is GJRA96YW

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  Get a free multipurpose glue stand with an online order over $60 using the host code above. You'll receive a color of my choice unless you let me know your preference. *if you'd rather have gems; let me know.

  *If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive a gift! 

  You can also order them in my Shop here. 

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